Last updated: July 14, 2026
Bottom line
Start with Wyoming Medicaid applications if you need coverage for yourself or your child. The same application checks Medicaid and Kid Care CHIP. Children, pregnant women, some parents and caretaker relatives, and people who qualify because of age or disability may be covered.
Wyoming has not adopted full Medicaid expansion. This means a low-income adult may still be denied if the adult does not fit a covered group. Do not let that stop you from applying for your children or during pregnancy. A free Enroll Wyoming navigator can also check Marketplace plans and savings.
This page explains coverage, low-cost care, pregnancy help, WIC, medicine help, mental health services, documents, and denial steps. For a wider list of state programs, use the Wyoming help page. The national Medicaid and CHIP guide explains basic coverage terms.
Urgent health help
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you or your child may be in immediate danger or needs emergency medical care.
Call or text the 988 Lifeline for a mental health, emotional, or substance-use crisis. It is available day and night. Pregnant and postpartum mothers can also call or text 1-833-852-6262 through the maternal mental health hotline for free support in English or Spanish.
Call Wyoming 211 at 211 or 1-888-425-7138 for non-emergency local help. You may also text your ZIP code to 898211. Ask about clinics, food, diapers, transportation, shelter, rent, and utility help. The Wyoming emergency guide lists more starting points.
Contents
Where to start
Your child needs coverage
Use the WES application portal or call 1-855-294-2127. The state checks Medicaid and Kid Care CHIP with one application. Apply even if you think your income may be too high.
You are pregnant
Apply for Medicaid now. If you need care before the full decision, ask a qualified clinic or hospital about temporary pregnancy coverage. A county public health office can help you find local services.
You have no insurance
Ask a health center about a sliding fee. Also ask Enroll Wyoming whether a recent loss of coverage, move, birth, marriage, or other change gives you a Marketplace enrollment period.
You received a denial
Read the full notice. Check the reason, missing proof, and deadline. The benefits problem guide gives steps for notices, records, and appeals.
Quick reference
| Need | First step | Reality check |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid or CHIP | Apply online or call 1-855-294-2127. | The state says an application can take up to 45 days. |
| Pregnancy care now | Ask about Presumptive Eligibility. | Temporary coverage is not the same as full Medicaid. |
| Marketplace coverage | Ask Enroll Wyoming for free help. | Outside Open Enrollment, you usually need a qualifying life event. |
| Low-cost clinic | Search for a health center by ZIP code. | Ask about fees and documents before the visit. |
| Prescription help | Check the state donation program. | Available medicine depends on program stock and eligibility. |
Wyoming Medicaid and Kid Care CHIP
Wyoming Medicaid pays for covered health services for certain low-income and medically needy residents. Kid Care CHIP covers eligible children and teens through age 18 who do not qualify for Medicaid. CHIP can include doctor visits, dental care, vision care, prescriptions, mental health care, tests, and other covered services.
You may apply at any time of year. Applications can be submitted online, by phone, on paper, by fax, by email, by mail, or in person. The state 2026 income chart lists monthly limits for common family and child groups. These figures are gross monthly limits and are not the only rules.
| Family size | Parent or caretaker | Pregnant or age 0–5 | Child age 6–18 | Kid Care CHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $529 | $2,049 | $1,769 | $2,660 |
| 2 | $737 | $2,778 | $2,399 | $3,607 |
| 3 | $873 | $3,507 | $3,028 | $4,554 |
| 4 | $999 | $4,235 | $3,658 | $5,500 |
| 5 | $1,192 | $4,964 | $4,288 | $6,447 |
Income is only one part of the decision. The state may also check Wyoming residency, age, pregnancy, household members, citizenship or lawful presence, disability, and other health insurance. Kid Care CHIP has added rules about other insurance and some public employee plans. Use the CHIP eligibility page to review those points before you apply.
Adult coverage is limited
Wyoming remains a non-expansion state on the current Medicaid expansion map. A low-income adult may not qualify unless the adult fits a covered group. Children, pregnancy, disability, age, and caretaker rules can lead to a different result, so let the state review each person.
If Medicaid does not cover you, use the Marketplace enrollment rules to check whether you can enroll now. HealthCare.gov will decide whether you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period and any financial help. Costs and plan networks vary.
Pregnancy and postpartum care
Apply for Medicaid as soon as you know you are pregnant. Pregnancy Medicaid may cover prenatal care, delivery, prescriptions, mental health services, and other medically needed care. Wyoming’s pregnancy program provides eligible members with coverage for up to 12 months after the pregnancy ends, according to the pregnancy member handbook.
If you need care while the full application is pending, ask a qualified hospital or provider about Presumptive Eligibility. It can provide temporary Medicaid while the state reviews the full case. For pregnant applicants, the temporary benefit is generally limited to ambulatory outpatient care. Submit the full Medicaid application because temporary coverage can end without it.
After birth, report the change to Medicaid and keep your address and phone number current. Open every notice. A missing renewal form or proof request can cause a coverage problem. The pregnancy and newborn help page covers more support for pregnancy, recovery, and babies.
WIC nutrition help
Wyoming WIC helps pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, people who recently gave birth, babies, and children under age 5. It offers approved foods, nutrition support, breastfeeding help, health checks, and referrals. Fathers, foster parents, grandparents, and other caregivers may apply for an eligible child.
Use the state WIC application page to start. The income limits below are effective April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. A local clinic makes the final decision.
| Household size | Monthly limit | Annual limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,461 | $29,526 |
| 2 | $3,336 | $40,034 |
| 3 | $4,212 | $50,542 |
| 4 | $5,088 | $61,050 |
| 5 | $5,964 | $71,558 |
The full WIC income table covers larger households. Ask the clinic how pregnancy and household size are counted in your case. WIC is separate from Medicaid and SNAP, so receiving one program does not replace the others. The Wyoming WIC guide and Wyoming SNAP help explain other food support.
Care without full insurance
Health centers
Federally funded health centers provide primary care and often dental or behavioral health care. They serve people with or without insurance and use sliding fees based on ability to pay. Search the health center locator, then call the clinic about fees, documents, and appointment times.
Family planning clinics
Title X clinics offer family planning and reproductive health services for adults and teens. Services may include birth control, pregnancy testing, STI testing, annual exams, and referrals. The Wyoming clinic list shows current Title X locations. Ask about privacy, fees, and the services offered at that clinic.
Prescription medicine
The Medication Donation Program may provide donated prescription medicine to eligible Wyoming residents with limited resources. It can mail medicine or use a participating dispensing site. It is meant for short-term help, and the medicine you need may not be available.
Cancer screening
The Wyoming Cancer Program may cover breast, cervical, or colorectal screening for people who meet its rules. This is limited screening help, not full health insurance. A health care provider or approved enrollment site must complete the referral form.
Dental care
Ask Medicaid or CHIP whether a dental service is covered and confirm that the dentist is accepting new patients. Community health centers may also offer sliding-fee dental care. The Wyoming dental guide lists more ways to ask for help.
Ask about hospital aid
If you receive a hospital bill you cannot pay, ask the billing office for its financial assistance or charity care policy. Request the application, document list, and collection rules in writing. Approval and discounts vary by hospital.
Mental health and substance-use care
For ongoing care, use Wyoming’s behavioral health locator to find community mental health and substance-use providers. When you call, ask whether the office accepts your insurance, offers telehealth, uses a sliding fee, and has a cancellation list.
If the first provider has a long wait, call another office and ask Wyoming 211 for local options. A waitlist does not mean you should ignore a crisis. Use 988 for immediate emotional or crisis support, and use 911 when there is immediate danger or a medical emergency.
Finding providers, telehealth, and rides
Use the Medicaid provider lookup to search for a doctor, clinic, hospital, pharmacy, or dentist. A provider may appear in the directory but not accept new patients. Call the office and your plan before the visit.
Ask whether telehealth is available when distance, weather, work, or child care makes travel hard. The provider must still accept your coverage, and not every service can be done by video or phone.
Some Wyoming Medicaid benefit plans include travel help for covered medical or dental care. Rules depend on the member’s plan, medical need, distance, and documents. Review the travel assistance guide and call 1-855-294-2127 before the trip when possible. The national transportation help guide gives more backup ideas.
Documents and information checklist
You may not need every item, but these records can help the office review your case:
- Names, birth dates, and household relationships.
- Social Security numbers for people applying, when required and available.
- Proof of Wyoming residency.
- Recent pay stubs or self-employment records.
- Benefit letters, unemployment records, or other income proof.
- Pregnancy proof if the program requests it.
- Current insurance cards or a coverage-end notice.
- Immigration papers when the program requests them.
- Medical bills, prescription details, or appointment information.
- Any notice that shows a deadline or missing item.
The application documents checklist can help you organize copies. Take a photo or scan before you submit anything. Write down the date, phone number, and name of the person who helped you.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the whole family has the same result. A child may qualify when a parent does not.
- Waiting to apply during pregnancy. Apply early and ask about temporary coverage if care is needed now.
- Using an old income chart. Check the state page because limits change.
- Ignoring mail or texts. Renewal and proof requests can affect coverage.
- Trusting a provider list alone. Confirm the office accepts your plan and new patients.
- Paying someone to renew Medicaid. Wyoming Medicaid and Kid Care CHIP do not charge enrollment or renewal fees.
If you are denied, delayed, or overwhelmed
Read the notice from top to bottom. Find the reason, the date, what proof is missing, and the appeal or hearing instructions. Do not rely only on a phone conversation. Keep the notice and copies of everything you send.
Call 1-855-294-2127 and ask the worker to explain the exact reason. Ask whether the case can be fixed with proof or whether you need to request a hearing. Follow the deadline on your notice because appeal times can vary by action.
While the problem is being reviewed, use backup options:
- Ask Enroll Wyoming about Marketplace coverage.
- Ask a health center for a sliding fee.
- Ask the hospital for financial assistance.
- Ask the pharmacy or prescriber about lower-cost options.
- Call Wyoming 211 for local clinics and transportation.
If disability may affect eligibility or care needs, the disability and special-needs guide explains other programs. If child care blocks appointments or work, use the Wyoming child care guide for state application steps.
Phone scripts
Calling Medicaid or CHIP
“Hi, I need health coverage for myself and my child. Can you check which Medicaid or Kid Care CHIP groups we may fit? What proof is missing, and how can I send it?”
Calling while pregnant
“Hi, I am pregnant and need care while my full Medicaid application is pending. Does your office screen for Presumptive Eligibility? What services would the temporary coverage include?”
Calling a clinic
“Hi, I do not have full insurance. Do you offer a sliding fee? What documents should I bring, and what may I need to pay at the first visit?”
Calling about a denial
“Hi, my notice says my application was denied or closed. Please explain the exact reason and deadline. Can I fix this with proof, or do I need to request a hearing?”
Resumen en español
Si necesita seguro médico en Wyoming, solicite Medicaid o Kid Care CHIP por internet o llame al 1-855-294-2127. Si está embarazada y necesita atención antes de recibir una decisión, pregunte por Presumptive Eligibility. WIC ayuda con alimentos, nutrición y lactancia. Para una crisis de salud mental, llame o envíe un mensaje al 988. Para recursos locales que no son de emergencia, llame al 211 o al 1-888-425-7138.
FAQ
Can single mothers get Medicaid in Wyoming?
Some can. Wyoming Medicaid covers certain children, pregnant women, parents or caretaker relatives, and people who qualify through age, disability, or other rules. Low income alone does not make every adult eligible.
Can my child get Kid Care CHIP?
Your child may qualify if the child is age 18 or younger, meets income and residency rules, is not eligible for Medicaid, and meets the program’s insurance rules. Use the same application for Medicaid and CHIP.
How long can a Medicaid application take?
The Wyoming Department of Health says an application can take up to 45 days. Send requested proof quickly and keep copies. A disability-based case may need added review or an interview.
Does pregnancy Medicaid continue after birth?
Wyoming’s Pregnant Women program provides eligible members with coverage for up to 12 months after the pregnancy ends. Report the birth or pregnancy end and keep your contact information current.
What if Medicaid denies my application?
Read the notice, check the deadline, and ask why the case was denied. Send missing proof if allowed. Follow the notice’s hearing or appeal steps if you disagree with the decision.
Where can I get care without insurance?
Try a federally funded health center, county public health office, Title X clinic, hospital financial assistance program, or Wyoming 211. Ask about fees and needed documents before the visit.
About this guide
This guide uses official federal, state, local, and other high-trust nonprofit and community sources mentioned in the article.
A Single Mother is independent and is not a government agency, benefits office, lender, law firm, medical provider, or tax advisor.
Program rules, funding, local availability, and eligibility can change. Always confirm details with the official program before you apply or make decisions.
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